1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | X1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
